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2013 Map of Benham

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Benham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Poor Fork Cumberland River and Clover Fork Cumberland River carve through the high ridges of Harlan County, defining the industrial and social landscape of this coal-country region. In the early 21st century, the tight-knit mountain corridor connects the historic mining communities of Cumberland, Benham, and Lynch along the banks of Looney Cr. The map captures the dense street grids of these company towns, featuring names like Kentucky Ave and Church St, which contrast with the surrounding steep terrain of Black Mountain and Looney Ridge.

Genealogical researchers can locate family sites such as the Israel Blair Cem near Blair or the Adams Cem tucked into a hollow near Sugar Gap. High-altitude landmarks like the Big Black Mountain Lookout Tower stand near the Virginia border, while unique geological features such as the Rock House and Kettle Rockhouse appear along Rockhouse Ridge. The area remains defined by its namesake gaps and ridges, including Garrison Gap and The Doubles.